Error: This list was created for another layer

Error Message

When attempting to run the Append Data geoprocessing tool in Business Analyst Desktop, the following error message is received:

Error:
"This list was created for another layer.”

Cause

The error may be caused by any of the following issues:

• The variables in the list do not match the base data but it does match the online data• Users attempt to perform Spatial Overlay Append using one of the saved variables from the Use Saved Variable List drop-down• Users attempt to use a custom variable list created using a previous version of Business Analyst Desktop with a newer version of Business Analyst Desktop even with the same trade area, same dataset, and the same subscription to the new Business Analyst Online• A standard variable selected from the Use Saved Variable List drop-down is used with a user's trade area